Avid NEXIS | F5 480TB, Fully populated 8x 60TB Media Packs, includes; two SSDs, two 6TB spare drives, two 220V PSU, 5 cooling modules, rack mount kit. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support
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Avid NEXIS | F5 480TB, Fully populated 8x 60TB Media Packs, include...
Product Overview
The Avid NEXIS | F5 480TB shared storage system is an enterprise-class storage engine designed for broadcast facilities and post-production studios requiring high-bandwidth shared access to HD, 4K, and HDR media. Fully populated with eight 60TB HDD Media Packs, this system delivers up to 3.84 GB/s of aggregate bandwidth over 25/50GbE networking. This configuration includes Avid ExpertPlus with Hardware Support, providing hardware replacement coverage and expert technical access for production and post-production deployments.
Product Description
With 480TB of usable capacity across eight 60TB HDD Media Packs, the Avid NEXIS | F5 480TB serves broadcast and post-production environments requiring substantial shared storage with full F5 performance. Each Media Pack delivers 480 MB/s of sustained bandwidth, aggregating to 3.84 GB/s across the fully populated engine—enabling large numbers of simultaneous edit streams at high resolutions.
The F5 Controller ships with two 40/50Gbps Ethernet QSFP28 interfaces (unpopulated), providing the fabric capacity required for 25GbE or 50GbE production networks. The included Avid NEXIS | FS license enables centralized workspace management, per-user bandwidth allocation, and integration with Avid Media Composer, Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and any NFS/SMB-compatible application.
Dual 220V redundant power supplies and five cooling modules ensure continuous operation in demanding broadcast and post-production environments. Two 6TB spare drives are included for immediate hot-spare deployment. Two SSDs are included for NEXIS file system metadata and cache functions. The system ships with a rack-mount kit for standard 19-inch rack installation.
Note: Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ is required for all F5 configurations and is sold separately. Drive slot covers are not required for F5 engine chassis. ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides hardware replacement logistics and expert technical support for facilities with capable in-house technical staff.
Key Features
- 480TB Usable Capacity — Eight 60TB HDD Media Packs fully populate the F5 chassis for high-performance enterprise broadcast and post-production storage.
- 3.84 GB/s Aggregate Bandwidth — 480 MB/s per Media Pack across eight packs supports large numbers of concurrent high-resolution editing clients.
- 25/50GbE QSFP28 Connectivity — Two 40/50Gbps QSFP28 Ethernet interfaces (unpopulated) on the F5 Controller for high-bandwidth network integration.
- Avid NEXIS | FS License Included — Centralized storage management with per-user workspace allocation and bandwidth control.
- Redundant 220V Power Supplies — Dual PSU configuration for uninterrupted production operation.
- Two 6TB Spare Drives — Hot-spare HDDs included for immediate response to Media Pack drive failures.
- Two SSDs Included — Solid-state drives for file system metadata and cache acceleration.
- Five Cooling Modules — Redundant cooling for continuous-duty rack-mount deployments.
- Rack-Mount Kit Included — Standard 19-inch hardware for immediate installation in equipment racks.
- ExpertPlus with Hardware Support — Hardware replacement coverage with expert technical support access for the contract period.
- E-Series Compatible — Integrates with existing NEXIS E-Series infrastructure; configure as a dedicated storage group for full F5 bandwidth performance.
Typical Applications
- Broadcast production facility shared storage
- Post-production house collaborative 4K/HDR editorial
- Government media operations
- Multi-purpose production room with mixed NLE environments
- Training and education production facility storage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Avid NEXIS | F5 |
| Total Usable Capacity | 480TB |
| Media Pack Configuration | 8x 60TB HDD Media Packs (fully populated) |
| Bandwidth Per Media Pack | 480 MB/s (HDD) |
| Max Aggregate Bandwidth | Up to 3.84 GB/s |
| Network Interfaces | Two 40/50Gbps Ethernet QSFP28 (unpopulated) |
| Power Supply | Two 220V PSU (redundant) |
| Cooling | 5 cooling modules |
| Spare Drives | Two 6TB HDDs |
| SSDs Included | Two SSDs (metadata/cache) |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount (kit included) |
| Software Included | Avid NEXIS | FS license |
| Required Accessory | Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ (sold separately) |
| Support Level | ExpertPlus with Hardware Support |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Avid NEXIS | SDA or SDA+ required?
A: Yes. SDA/SDA+ is required for all F5 configurations and sold separately. Contact Creation Networks for SDA/SDA+ guidance.
Q: What is the difference between ExpertPlus with Hardware Support and Elite Support?
A: ExpertPlus with Hardware Support provides hardware replacement and expert technical access. Elite Support adds 24/7 priority telephone access and the highest contractual response times. Upgrade options are available through Creation Networks.
Q: What network infrastructure is required?
A: A 25GbE or 50GbE switch is required to reach rated F5 bandwidth. Existing 10GbE infrastructure will limit achievable throughput.
Q: How many concurrent clients are supported?
A: With NEXIS SDA+, up to 330 concurrent active clients are supported. Actual stream counts depend on resolution, codec, and bandwidth allocation settings.
Q: Where can I request a quote?
A: Contact Creation Networks for configuration assistance, volume pricing, and SDA/SDA+ compatibility guidance.
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